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The Effect Of Integrative Medicine Practices On The Use Of Obstetric Intervention In Labor And Delivery, Rachel Cochran
The Effect Of Integrative Medicine Practices On The Use Of Obstetric Intervention In Labor And Delivery, Rachel Cochran
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Background/Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to review scholarly writings to discern if the use of integrative medicine practices affects the use of obstetric intervention in labor and delivery. Theoretical Framework: The Theory of Human Caring by Jean Watson will be used as the theoretical structure of this literature review. Watson’s theory places caring at the center of all activities, decisions, and practices within the discipline of nursing and emphasizes a journey of caring for the whole person. Methods: Nineteen research articles were critically reviewed with the purpose of determining whether the use of specific integrative medicine practices affects …
Labor Induction Methods And Their Impact On Duration Of Labor And Rate Of Cesarean Section, Ashley M. Golinghorst
Labor Induction Methods And Their Impact On Duration Of Labor And Rate Of Cesarean Section, Ashley M. Golinghorst
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Background/Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to critically review current literature regarding current methods for labor induction and their impact on the duration of labor and rate of cesarean section. Theoretical Framework: Imogene King’s Theory of Goal Attainment is the framework used for this literature appraisal. King’s theory focuses on the dynamic interacting systems for goal attainment (Gonzalo, 2011). Methods: Twenty-one original research articles involving labor induction methods were critically reviewed. Additionally, six systematic reviews involving labor induction methods were also included. Results/Findings: Labor induction is associated with an overall increased risk of cesarean section. Intravenous oxytocin use alone …